Updates on Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Dear Colleagues,

Infectious diseases present unique challenges at a pediatric age due to children’s immunological immaturity, environmental exposure, and the specific pathogens affecting them.

Infections in childhood often lead to peculiar clinical manifestations different to those typical of adulthood, complexifying diagnosis. Additionally, considering children’s major consumption of antimicrobial agents and their vulnerability to infections, the rising issue of antimicrobial resistance is of utmost importance in this demographic.

Research at the intersection of pediatrics and infectious diseases often provides valuable insights int the importance of the social determinants of health and global health inequalities, crucial factors to consider in terms of disease management and prevention.

This Issue aims to explore these complexities, emphasizing the multidisciplinary nature inherent to this field. We encourage the submission of case reports, reviews and original research articles, encompassing all aspects of infectious diseases in childhood, spanning from clinical–epidemiological features to diagnostic procedures, therapeutic approaches and vaccination strategies.

Prof. Dr. Claudia Colomba
Guest Editor

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